Rob Portman

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News about Rob Portman, including commentary and archival articles published in The New York Times.

Chronology of Coverage

Jul. 28, 2013

Republican Sens Marco Rubio, Ted Cruz and Rob Portman are talking discreetly about how to advance legislation to ban abortion at 20 weeks; anti-abortion groups say they are seeing renewed effort among junior Republican senators to set new limits on abortion, particularly those who are looking to build up or repair their standing with conservative voters. MORE

Apr. 5, 2013

Reversal by Republican Senator Rob Portman of Ohio on long-held opposition to same-sex marriage has intensified and quickened debate over issue in his home state; Portman says it was spurred by son's disclosure that he is gay; shift is welcomed by gay advocates, but social conservatives denounce Portman and vow to block his re-election. MORE

Mar. 16, 2013

Ohio Sen Rob Portman, rising national star in Republican Party, says he has a gay son and can no longer justify his opposition to same-sex marriage; draws cool response from some in GOP. MORE

Jul. 4, 2012

Sen Rob Portman of Ohio is widely believed to be a top pick for Mitt Romney's running mate; has ascended the ranks from staff member to senator over three decades and is admired by Romney for his keen and deep understanding of the inner workings of government (Series: The Ticket). MORE

Jun. 18, 2012

Mitt Romney has used a string of recent campaign stops as an informal audition for prospective running mates; prominent contenders include Sen Rob Portman of Ohio and Rep Paul D Ryan Jr of Wisconsin. MORE